M4.0 Depth: 47.1 km

M4.0 Earthquake near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico)

UTC time: 2025-07-23 16:41:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near OAXACA, MEXICO (Mexico) on July 23, 2025 at 16:41 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 47 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

47.1 km

UTC time

2025-07-23 16:41:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Mexico

City

Oaxaca

Source

emsc

Coordinates

17.12900, -95.16200

Temperature

30.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

47.1 km

47.1 km — close to the regional average (46 km)

Regional average: 46 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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